Leak and Subsurface Locators, LLC performs real estate pool inspections throughout South Florida. License CPC1457277. Phone (954) 290-5177, (561) 325-2678, or (561) 325-2678. West Palm Beach, FL. Pool inspection scope: dive inspection of pool shell, dye testing at all fittings/lights/drains/skimmers, pipe testing of pool plumbing lines only (not water features), equipment functionality check, code violations, safety hazards, special concerns, best practices. Written report provided. General home inspectors do NOT perform underwater inspection, dye testing, or pipe testing, pool specialist required for leak detection. Call early in inspection period, closing timelines in South Florida are tight. Service area: Palm Beach, Broward, Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River Counties.
Real Estate Pool Inspection  |  South Florida

Should I Get the Pool Checked for Leaks Before Buying a House?

Yes, and do it during the inspection period, not after closing. A pool inspection by a licensed pool contractor reveals leaks, plumbing failures, equipment issues, and structural concerns before they become your repair bills.

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Yes. Get the pool inspected by a licensed pool contractor during the inspection period, not after closing. A pool inspection reveals active leaks, underground pipe failures, equipment problems, code violations, and structural concerns that a general home inspector does not have the training or equipment to assess. In South Florida, many residential pools are 20 to 40 years old and frequently have undisclosed repair needs that only show up under professional testing.

What Our Pool Inspection Covers

Leak and Subsurface Locators pool inspection scope

Why a General Home Inspector Is Not Enough

Most general home inspectors turn on the pool equipment, look at the water surface, and note obvious visible conditions. They do not dive in. They do not perform dye testing at underwater fittings. They do not pipe test the plumbing. As a result, the most common pool leaks, skimmer separations, light niche leaks, and underground pipe failures, go undetected in a general home inspection.

A pool specialist with a CPC contractor license and actual diagnostic equipment is the only way to know whether the pool has a leak before you close on the property.

Jeff David, Leak and Subsurface Locators

I do real estate pool inspections regularly in South Florida. The number of pools I have inspected that had active leaks, confirmed by dye testing and pipe testing during the visit, that the general home inspector noted as "pool appeared functional" would surprise most buyers.

Call us as soon as the contract is executed. Inspection periods in South Florida are short. We write the report, you have the documentation you need, and if there is something significant, your realtor has what they need to negotiate before closing.

Under Contract? Call Us During the Inspection Period.

Leak and Subsurface Locators performs real estate pool inspections throughout South Florida. Written reports. Licensed CPC1457277. Call early, inspection periods close fast.

(954) 290-5177 (561) 325-2678 (561) 325-2678

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you provide a written report for real estate closings?

Yes. A written report is standard for all real estate pool inspections. It documents every item tested, every finding, and all recommendations, in a format your realtor can use during the inspection negotiation period.

How quickly can you schedule a pool inspection during an inspection period?

We prioritize real estate inspections because of their time sensitivity. Call as early as possible, ideally within the first day or two of the inspection period, to ensure we can complete the visit and deliver the report before your deadline.

Can the seller be present during the pool inspection?

Yes. Sellers, buyers, realtors, and other inspectors can all be present. The pool needs to be accessible and the water needs to be clear. Let us know who will be on site when you schedule.

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